Lead SOC Engineer SIEM

CPX; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

CPX is seeking a SOC Lead Engineer, SIEM to provide technical leadership across SIEM architecture, toolset integration, and pre-sales activity within the Abu Dhabi SOC. You will guide senior and junior engineers, oversee license management, and drive SIEM improvements across multiple environments and customers.

The role requires extensive SIEM experience, strong leadership, and a track record in SOC operations, with certifications such as CISSP/CISM and SIEM vendor credentials.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of SIEM and SOC operations experience.
• Leadership experience in a SOC or cybersecurity environment.
• CISSP and CISM certifications, plus SIEM-specific credentials (e.g., Splunk Architect).
• Experience with pre-sales activities and estimating SIEM licenses.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations and management of SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, LogRhythm, Qradar, FortiSIEM).
• Oversee log collection health and Cribl-based pipelines across multiple environments.
• Forecast and track SIEM licenses; coordinate with sales for renewals.
• Define logging standards across customers, systems, and platforms.
• Mentor SOC Engineers and provide guidance on SIEM services and log management.
• Participate in pre-sales activities and SIEM architecture estimations.

Skills

SIEM expertise

Technical leadership

Pre-sales experience

SOC operations

Problem solving

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

Azure Sentinel

LogRhythm

Qradar

FortiSIEM

Cribl

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

The SOC Lead Engineer, SIEM has a vital role in the SOC that encompasses technical leadership, SIEM architecture design, and pre-sales support. This position is responsible for overseeing the management and coordination of SIEM solutions, within the Security Operations Center (SOC). The SOC Lead Engineer will guide senior and junior engineers in day-to-day operations across multiple environments and customers, while also assisting in pre-sales estimations of SIEM licenses. Reporting to the Senior SOC Engineering & Architecture Manager, the SOC Lead Engineer, SIEM is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in SIEM operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical operations and management of SIEM tools including Splunk, Sentinel, LogRhythm,Qradar and FortiSIEM.
• Oversee the maintenance and functionality of the log collection layer, with a focus on tools like CRIBL.
• Ensure the health and functionality of SIEM systems through regular checks and maintenance activities.
• Oversee and manage SIEM licenses, including forecasting, tracking usage, and coordinating with sales for estimations and renewals.
• Optimize SIEM telemetry to ensure efficient and accurate data collection, correlation, and reporting.
• Develop and enforce logging standards across all customers, systems and platforms to maintain consistent and reliable log data
• Provide guidance and mentorship to SOC Engineers in managing and resolving issues related to SIEM services and log management.
• Participate in pre-sales activities to provide technical expertise and estimation for SIEM licenses and architectures.
• Collaborate with SOC Engineering & Architecture Manager to develop SIEM architecture strategies and implement initiatives.
• Assist in continuous process improvements to increase SOC efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide regular and accurate reporting on SIEM services, SOC operations, and license management to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk, Sentinel, LogRhythm, FortiSIEM, and log collection components like CRIBL.
• Proven technical leadership skills in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrable pre-sales experience, particularly in estimating SIEM licenses.
• Strong understanding of SOC operations, cybersecurity principles, and best practices.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent mentorship and team development capabilities.
• High proficiency in written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• Splunk Certified Architect or similar SIEM certifications are a must.
• Cloud-related certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Networking certifications such as CCNA or CCNP are advantageous.

Educational Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in SIEM and SOC operations, with significant experience in SIEM management and architecture.

Requirements

Prior leadership role experience within a SOC or similar cybersecurity environment